2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 29 kg more than 2006 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Accent | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |