2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 42 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | RunX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
