2006 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Honda Life
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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life 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 103 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Life |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |