2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (107 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 690 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 2006 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 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Accent | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5.2 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 | 1045 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |