2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 523 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Hyundai Accent 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Accent Tiguan
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1606 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 103 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 280 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1034 kg 1557 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4427 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1687 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2604 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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