2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. 2007 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Tucson | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2648 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
