2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Ridgeline | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
