2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord 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 37 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 692 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, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Hyundai Grandeur | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Grandeur |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |