2010 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 396 kg more than 2010 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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Accent | Carens |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4046 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |