2006 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2005 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
