2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 27 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai ix20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Golf | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1321 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
