2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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. Both 2006 Honda CR-V and 2002 Honda Accord are equipped with a 2,354 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CR-V | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
