2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 692 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
