2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2008 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Accent | Altea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |