2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 263 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
