2001 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 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 (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 2007 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Accent |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
