2007 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 253 kg more than 2002 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |