2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2003 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Accent and 2003 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 Hyundai Accent (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2003 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Smart |
| Model | Accent | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 33 L |
