2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 435 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 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Hyundai Accent 2004 Porsche 911
Make Hyundai Porsche
Model Accent 911
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1340 cc 3822 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 116 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 71.5 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.5 mm 82.8 mm
Top Speed 174 km/hour 293 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.9 seconds 4.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption City 8.2 L/100km 17.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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