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2007 Hyundai Accent v 2007 Toyota Yaris Lift

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What is this discussion about? Toyota Yaris, Hyundai Accent, Car Comparisons, Hatchback


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Re: Was this an SE [meatycheesyboy] by tsgeisel
Jul 03, 2006 (11:31 am)
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Replying to: meatycheesyboy (Jun 30, 2006 5:56 pm)

Didn't notice. If I find myself in the area, I may take a look.
 
I've already got the Elantra I'm looking for, so I wasn't overly concerned...
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Re: 2007 Hyundai Hatch and 2007 Toyota Yaris Lift [vermonter16] by lucynethel
Jul 14, 2006 (3:54 pm)
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Replying to: vermonter16 (Apr 25, 2006 2:27 am)

Check the "TRUE" cost of ownwership on each. Besides resale, check the costs of the 60K service for instance. An eyeopener....Mike
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Re: Was this an SE [tsgeisel] by vermonter16
Jul 16, 2006 (6:54 am)
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Replying to: tsgeisel (Jul 03, 2006 11:31 am)

Where can I find this information? Thanks.
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Re: Was this an SE [vermonter16] by joe97
Jul 16, 2006 (2:11 pm)
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Replying to: vermonter16 (Jul 16, 2006 6:54 am)

Your question is where can you find information on the SE? Correct?
 
Online / Your local dealership
 
The SE is differentiated from the regular Accent sedan (obviously), as well as the base 3 door in a few areas. Aside from sport tunning, and upgraded suspensions (to near Tiburon level), the most noticeable area you would find perhaps maybe the larger wheels (largest in the class) - 16" to be exact.
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Bozie by bozie
Jul 18, 2006 (8:43 am)
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Working on my grandsons 2000 Hyundia Accent-The altinator fuse continues to blow-Removed altinator ,had it checked out -checked fine but will not show a charge going back to the Battery post. The plugin for the altinator fuse completely burened out to the postive side of the battery. Have the two wires connected to a fuse fuse tail clip sufficing for the damage box in the main fuse assembly. Worked fine when driven yesterday for serval miles. Trid to start this morn. Fuse blown over night.Was going to take it too my Mechanic but want kick in starter. Tried jumping but to no avail. Need help ASAP. Harold Gammons(Bozie) PS-The Alternator does not show a charge coming back to the battery when it is running.That's Why trip to my mechanic is necessary.
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Re: Bozie [bozie] by jlemoine
Aug 01, 2006 (11:24 am)
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Replying to: bozie (Jul 18, 2006 8:43 am)

Do you have a shorted cell in the battery??? If the alternator is fine then the short must lie somewhereelse in the wiring or battery
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Pros and cons by backy
Oct 01, 2006 (9:29 am)
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My opinion on the pros and cons of these two cars:
 
Yaris H/B Pros:
 
* Low starting price - includes A/C
* Excellent fuel economy
* Smooth ride for a small car
* Excellent predicted reliability based on Toyota's history and specifically the history of its predecessor, the ECHO
* Better predicted resale value than the Accent (see below)
 
Yaris H/B Cons:
 
* Side airbags/curtains and ABS are optional and are in limited supply
* Features that are common standard features in this class such as rear window defroster, 60/40 rear seat, height-adjustable driver's seat, and tachometer are either optional or not available
* Less passenger room than most competitors
* Less cargo room (especially with back seat up) than most competitors
* No side moldings to ward off dings (aftermarket?)
* No cruise control or sunroof available as factory options (aftermarket?)
* Center-mounted speedo is too small to be read easily at a glance
* Crash test scores not very good, based on NHTSA scores for Yaris 4-door w/o side bags (4/4/3/3)
 
Accent H/B Pros:
 
* Low starting price (GS) - includes six airbags, 8-way driver's seat, 60/40 rear seat, 8-way driver's seat with armrest, tach, sport steering, variable intermittent wipers, and rear spoiler.
* Standard side airbags/curtains and (in SE) standard ABS with EBD.
* Good standard feature content in GS (except A/C) and SE (GS features per above plus A/C, power windows/locks/heated mirrors, remote locking with alarm, 6-speaker CD stereo, 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS, sport suspension, 16" alloys with V-rated tires, leather wheel/shift knob, fog lamps, and dual lighted vanity mirrors)
* Largest interior in its class (EPA rated as a compact)
* Most powerful engine in its class
* Clear gauges, mounted in front of driver
* Very quiet for its class
* Smooth ride for a small car
* Factory sunroof is available
* Very good crash test scores for this class except rear side, based on NHTSA scores for Accent 4-door with standard side airbags/curtains (5/5/4/3)
 
Accent H/B Cons:
 
* Fuel economy does not match competitors like Yaris and Fit
* New design, thus no reliability history (previous Accent design was rated a little above average overall by CR from 2000-2004)
* Predicted resale value as percentage of MSRP is less than the Yaris'; per ALG, the Accent's is 23% and the Yaris' is 32% (however, note that a comparable Accent costs less than a Yaris, so the dollar depreciation could be very close depending on purchase price)
* Tall throws on stick shift (short-throw kit is available as dealer-installed option)
* No side moldings to ward off dings (aftermarket?)
* No cruise control available as a factory option (aftermarket?)
 
What did I miss?
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Re: Pros and cons [backy] by tjw1308
Oct 01, 2006 (1:43 pm)
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Replying to: backy (Oct 01, 2006 9:29 am)

Summed it up pretty well I think (honestly).
 
The Yaris is close in price, better predicted reliability, has a nearly 10% better residual (resale) value, and nearly 10% better gas mileage combined. It is hard, but far from impossible, to find one with side airbags. While on the topic of frills, it also has more cupholders and gloveboxes/cubbies.
 
The Accent is slightly less expensive comparably, has a few more frills (but A/C isn't standard), but has Side/Curtain Airbags standard. It also has 3.5% more horsepower. It is more spacious. In the top of the line model it also offers a sport suspension. After driving both, I'd say it is indeed a bit quieter at speed than the Yaris as well.
 
Comparing resale of the ECHO to the Accent you can also clearly see the disparity in favor if the ECHO, despite the Accent being sold for "less".
 
A quick look at www.autotrader.com can illustrate the flaw in believing a "good" deal will offset residual differences.
 
It didn't, at least in the case of the Accent vs. the ECHO.
 
T
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Re: Pros and cons [backy] by lhanson
Oct 01, 2006 (2:12 pm)
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Replying to: backy (Oct 01, 2006 9:29 am)

Fantastic post, better that many I have seen in car publications. Everything anyone would need to make to make the decision on which of these two cars would best suit their respective needs.
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Re: Pros and cons [lhanson] by tjw1308
Oct 01, 2006 (2:19 pm)
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Replying to: lhanson (Oct 01, 2006 2:12 pm)

Agreed
 
With a little clarification, but generally spot on!
 
T

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