2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Accent and 2005 Kia Picanto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Picanto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Accent | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
