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.

Compare all specifications:

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


 

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