2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (168 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Accent | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
