2007 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Genesis has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Genesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
