2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 6 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 347 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Hyundai Grandeur | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Grandeur |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |