2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2008 Porsche 911 and 2008 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 305 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 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 2008 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Porsche 911 | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
Model | 911 | Accent |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |