2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
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 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Accent | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Accent | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |