2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 593 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 2009 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
