2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 161 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 602 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Terracan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |