2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 462 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 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Accent | 996 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
