2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 10 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), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 353 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accent | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
