2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Accent and 2008 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1102 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 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Accent | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
