2006 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 242 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
