2006 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (245 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2008 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | i30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
