2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V 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 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. 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 (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | HR-V | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |