2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2010 Kia Amanti is newer by 7 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (107 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2010 Kia Amanti (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 2010 Kia Amanti 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. 2010 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Accent | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
