2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Accent and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Accent | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Accent | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |