2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 673 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 2003 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Accent |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1017 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |