2012 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 531 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Falcon (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Falcon | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Accent |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4967 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
