2009 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 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:

2009 Honda Civic 2002 Honda Accord
Make Honda Honda
Model Civic Accord
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1461 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 65 L


 

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