2009 Honda Element vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 914 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Element | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
