2012 Hyundai Accent vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1597 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Accent | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accent | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1087 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4369 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1699 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 93 L |
