2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 95 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 Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (335 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Ridgeline | Accent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 144 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |