2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 287 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
