2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 114 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.
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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Accent | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
