2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 4 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Cube (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Cube weights approximately 222 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Cube |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
