2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 243 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Elantra | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |