2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (293 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (232 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
