2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2008 Ford S-Max and 2008 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford S-Max (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 633 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford S-Max | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | S-Max | Accent |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |