2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 762 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 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Accent 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Hyundai Chevrolet
Model Accent Camaro
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 312 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1812 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1389 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 72 L


 

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