2005 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Hyundai Getz
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 Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Getz 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 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 401 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2003 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Getz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| 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 | 160 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
