2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Accent and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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 Caravelle (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Accent | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |