2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 269 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
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 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Corolla | Accent |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4369 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |