2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Demio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio.
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, 1999 Mazda Demio (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Accent | Demio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
