2005 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 4 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (241 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 60 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (303 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Azera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 303 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |