2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Accent | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
