2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent.

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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 2006 Hyundai Accent
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Accord Accent
Year Released 2002 2006
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2353 cc 1605 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L