2009 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Camry (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Toyota Camry.
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, 2002 Toyota Camry (279 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2002 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2002 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1460 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |