2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 2002 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 101 kg more than 2002 Rover 45.
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 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 2002 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Accent | 45 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
