2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 263 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Sonata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 199 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |