2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2011 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 Nissan Altima (334 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Altima | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
