2011 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 601 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 Alpina B5 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 Alpina B5. 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 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 2010 Alpina B5 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 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alpina |
| Model | Accent | B5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4046 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
