2005 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (107 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 353 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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 (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
