2003 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Fit | Accent |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |