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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 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 12 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 (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 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 3342 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 249 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1110 kg
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 67 L