2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Accent and 2008 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 1471 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |