2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 464 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (315 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
