2007 Honda Element vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 672 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Element | Accent |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
