2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 362 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 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Accent 2008 Porsche 911
Make Hyundai Porsche
Model Accent 911
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1598 cc 3824 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 190 km/hour 293 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.2 seconds 5.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1058 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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