2007 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. 2006 Hyundai Coupe has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2006 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
