2005 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 434 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2010 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2010 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
