2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 233 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
