1995 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Hyundai XG 300
To start off, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai XG 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai XG 300 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai XG 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2001 Hyundai XG 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | XG 300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
