2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
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2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Tucson | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |