2011 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Accent would be higher. Both 2011 Hyundai Accent and 2012 Hyundai Accent are equipped with a 1,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 167 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Accent | Accent |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1102 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4115 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1699 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
