2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1316 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 2012 Dodge Ram 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 2012 Dodge Ram. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dodge Ram | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Ram | Accent |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2418 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4115 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 43 L |