2010 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 597 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Dodge Charger 2011 Hyundai Accent
Make Dodge Hyundai
Model Charger Accent
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1716 kg 1119 kg
Vehicle Length 5083 mm 4046 mm
Vehicle Width 1892 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1478 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 3048 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L


 

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