2002 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, both 2002 Honda Accord and 2002 Hyundai XG 350 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai XG 350 (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Hyundai XG 350 (293 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (224 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2002 Hyundai XG 350 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | XG 350 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 293 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |