2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Accent and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 21 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accent | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.5 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 | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
