2001 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Accent. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Hyundai Accent (678 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
