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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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 Tucson (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Tucson | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
