2000 Honda City vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Honda City.
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, 2000 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 2008 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda City has manual transmission. 2000 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda City | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | City | Accent |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |