2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 6 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 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 168 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, 2011 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2011 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Accent | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
