2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Golf | i40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |