2009 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 412 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Equus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
