2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Allion 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Allion weights approximately 90 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, 2005 Toyota Allion (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 2005 Toyota Allion 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. 2005 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Allion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |