2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Accent | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
