2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 751 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.
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, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
