2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 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 26 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Accent | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |