2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (107 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Hyundai |
| Model | D8 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
