2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2004 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2004 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2004 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2004 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Veracruz | Accent |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |