2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Accent and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,341 cc, 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 166 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2008 Hyundai Accent (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Accent | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 54 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |