2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 166 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 2003 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
