2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Accent | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |