2005 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,341 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 238 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, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur (304 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2007 Hyundai Grandeur | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Grandeur |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 304 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |