2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Accent and 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (107 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 355 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.
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, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Accent | 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Accent | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |