2009 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 373 kg more than 2002 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 Honda Accord 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 2009 Honda Accord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend, 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, 2002 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2002 Honda Legend | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Legend |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |