2011 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Accent | Astra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4046 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |