2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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2009 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Accent | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |