2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 548 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Accent | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
