Hyundai ACCENT vs. Chevrolet Cavalier
When we compare the Hyundai ACCENT's and the Chevrolet Cavalier's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ACCENT has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Chevrolet Cavalier has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ACCENT's and the Chevrolet Cavalier's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Cavalier is a better car than the Hyundai ACCENT.
Hyundai ACCENT vs. Chevrolet Cavalier Pricing
A used 2005 Hyundai ACCENT ranges from $1,916 to $6,545 while a used 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is priced between $1,375 to $7,875.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai ACCENT’s base engine makes 104 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Cavalier base engine makes 140 horsepower. The ACCENT is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 330 miles. The Cavalier is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles.This gives the Hyundai ACCENT the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Cavalier the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Chevrolet Cavalier has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Hyundai ACCENT, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room. The Hyundai ACCENT and Chevrolet Cavalier are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Hyundai ACCENT has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1916 - 6545
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.406343
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1375 - 7875
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Hyundai ACCENT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.860377 / 10
Reliability:
7.681131 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Chevrolet Cavalier Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai ACCENT Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 43Ranking
19 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 43Ranking
34 out of / 43Chevrolet Cavalier Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai ACCENT Trim Levels
Not yet available
Chevrolet Cavalier Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
104 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
106 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
140 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 30 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
275 / 330 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 33 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.4 inches
Cargo Space:
11.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
13.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2280 lbs
Width:
65.7 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
166.7 inches
Wheelbase:
96.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2676 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
54.7 inches
Length:
180.9 inches
Wheelbase:
104.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
13.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P175/70R13
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/70R14