2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Accent and 2004 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 611 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent. 2004 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2004 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2004 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Hyundai Accent | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Accent | Sonata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |