2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Accent and 2009 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 3 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
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2009 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Accent | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |