2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent.

Because 2010 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 2010 GMC Sierra 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. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Hyundai Accent 2010 GMC Sierra
Make Hyundai GMC
Model Accent Sierra
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 413 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 5847 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2032 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1875 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3645 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.3 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.9 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 98 L