2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 2005 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
