2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 677 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.

Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Accent 2004 Porsche 911
Make Hyundai Porsche
Model Accent 911
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1599 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 415 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 563 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1058 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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