2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accent | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
