2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
