2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 335 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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Accent | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
