2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Accent and 2003 BMW Z8 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z8 weights approximately 511 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW Z8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW Z8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 2003 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Hyundai Accent | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Accent | Z8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |