2011 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 518 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Maverick | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Maverick | Accent |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
