2005 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 8 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 4 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2013 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 228 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1685 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |