2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 510 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1769 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
