2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Accent | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2172 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
