2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 364 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Accent 2009 Volkswagen Passat
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Accent Passat
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1058 kg 1422 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.4 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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