2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Sierra 2002 Honda Accord
Make GMC Honda
Model Sierra Accord
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5358 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.7:1
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5850 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 64 L