2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Accent | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
