2006 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1150 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.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |