2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 263 kg more than 2005 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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accent | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
