2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1240 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.

Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Hyundai Accent 2005 Toyota Sequoia
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Accent Sequoia
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1606 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 103 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 427 Nm
Engine Bore Size 76.1 mm 94.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1039 kg 2279 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 99 L


 

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