2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Tucson | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |