2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2009 Ford Ranger and 2009 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger 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 2009 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Ranger | Accent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |