2011 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 236 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Veloster has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Veloster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Accord | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Veloster |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1805 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1399 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |