2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 3 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 1,492 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 352 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Accent | Ka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
