2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 7 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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, 2012 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | iQ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 32 L |