2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1998 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Almera weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1998 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
