2005 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera is newer by 6 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), 2011 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 210 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, 2011 Hyundai Azera (356 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Azera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 356 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |