2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2002 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 834 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2006 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi Q7 2002 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model Q7 Accord
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3597 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2244 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 64 L


 

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