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


 

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