2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 188 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum.
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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 1999 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accent | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
