2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1198 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accent | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
