2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 249 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Ridgeline | Accent |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4115 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |