2006 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |