2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 718 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Santa Fe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2008 Hyundai Accent
Make Hyundai Hyundai
Model Santa Fe Accent
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2351 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 201 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1776 kg 1058 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 45 L


 

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