2004 Saturn L vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn L weights approximately 188 kg more than 2011 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 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn L | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Saturn | Hyundai |
| Model | L | Accent |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
