2009 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 486 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Honda Accord (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
