1999 Hyundai Accent vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 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, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Accent | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |