2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,628 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1399 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Accent | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 2717 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 105 L |
