2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 6 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1008 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 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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2003 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Accent | Patriot |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |