2010 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 353 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Elantra | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Elantra | Accord |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1519 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
