2001 Honda Z vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 54 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Z | Accent |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
