2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour 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 (110 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Hyundai | Smart |
| Model | Accent | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
