2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W. 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 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Accent | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
Model | Accent | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |