2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Nissan Almera

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Accent and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc, 2005 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 142 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, 2005 Nissan Almera (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Accent 2005 Nissan Almera
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Accent Almera
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1341 cc 1597 cc
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 2450 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 1077 kg
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 60 L


 

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