2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2004 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 552 kg more than 2004 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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2004 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | FR-V | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
