2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Esteem. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Esteem would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Esteem is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Esteem should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
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, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Esteem will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Accent | Esteem |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
