2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 721 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 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Accent | EX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
