2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 2007 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Ranger | Accent |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |