2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 250 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.
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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |