2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Accent and 2009 Acura CSX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura CSX weights approximately 293 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, 2009 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 2009 Acura CSX 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. 2009 Acura CSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Acura |
| Model | Accent | CSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
