2010 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 638 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Accord | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Z |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |