2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
