2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius.
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 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
