2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 72 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accent | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
