2001 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 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 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
