2006 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 6 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 493 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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 (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i20 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 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | i20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
