2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 79 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
