2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Imaj weights approximately 473 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Imaj | Accent |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |
