because i'm considering buying a 2006 hyundai accent

It can be, comes in either a slushbox (automatic) or a manual.

they make both stick and automatic versions

Depends on the option the original buyer ordered. It comes either way, 5 speed stick, or automatic.

You can get a stick or automatic

Here We go. Hyundai comes in 4 cylinders with automatic or manual transmissions, it is very common that a vehicle with manual transmission is around 900 to 1K dollars cheaper. Keep in mind that if a manual one is more than an automatic it may be because of extra features that the auto may not have. Also, most of dealers tell u that their vehicles have been rated 5 stars on certain things such as safety, they just want u to stay at the dealership until they convince u to purchase from them. l recently got a vehicle for my daughter fully loaded for $16,800 & a similar one of another make was 4K more. Do ur figures & do not be afraid to tell the salesman that u r going to check another make, & always do not feel committed to buy because u drove test the car, after all u have to test it for ergonomics ( the way u feel physically inside the car, like can u reach the shifter
properly or the clutch, brake or gas pedal,etc.) & how it rides. It is ur money until u sign for the car, then it is u car not ur money. Check all the windows, if electric, also if buying from aused dealership look at the engine to check if it has been washed, it may indicate hidden problems. Good luck!

If you want it to be.
Almost every car available to buy in the world comes with both transmissions.