2003 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Getz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2005 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Getz |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |