2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 37 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 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
