2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 307 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. 2007 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
