2010 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 5 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, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 431 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Accent | Accord |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1102 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4115 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1699 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |