2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 5 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 21 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Accent | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
