2005 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2002 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |