2007 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1249 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Equus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5158 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1889 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 77 L |