2011 Hyundai Accent vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 192 kg more 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Accent | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Accent | Sentra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1102 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4115 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1699 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |