2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Lexcen 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 1993 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
