2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 492 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.
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, 2007 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
