2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent.

Because 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Accent 2008 Toyota Highlander
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Accent Highlander
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3545 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 73 L


 

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