2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
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 Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 421 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 Maxima | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
