2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 253 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Santa Fe | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |