2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 227 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
