2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 979 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 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 2012 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Accent | Equus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 77 L |
