2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Accent and 2008 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 552 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2008 Lexus IS 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, 2008 Lexus IS 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, 2008 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Lexus IS | |
Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
Model | Accent | IS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 306 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |