2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Accent and 2009 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Accent | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |