2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 890 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 (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Accent | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Accent | Picanto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |