2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. Both 2009 Hyundai Accent and 2007 Hyundai Elantra are equipped with a 1,599 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
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 (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Accent | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
