2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 59 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Santa Fe | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |