2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Accent | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Accent | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 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 | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |