2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Toyota Soarer is newer by 2 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 695 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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 2005 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
