2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 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 17 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 117 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 Hyundai Accent (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Accent | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |