2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Elise | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 45 L |
