2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (221 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Golf | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
