2004 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Statesman weights approximately 574 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Statesman 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 2004 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2004 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent. 2004 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Holden Statesman | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Statesman | Accent |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |