2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
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 Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster 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 (340 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Tucson |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 181 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |