2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 5 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 198 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | iQ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
