2010 Hyundai Accent vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1240 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.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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 2013 GMC Sierra. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Accent | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Hyundai | GMC |
| Model | Accent | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1102 kg | 2342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4115 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1699 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |
