2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 270 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.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |