2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 341 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accent | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
