2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 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, 2002 Mazda 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Accent | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
