2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (107 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 269 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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2003 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Accent | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |