2007 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Coupe. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2007 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Coupe | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
