2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 364 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | FR-V | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
