2007 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic 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:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
