2012 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1281 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | F-150 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
