2005 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2001 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
