2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Golf | i20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
