2005 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Elantra 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 (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 411 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2002 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
