2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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 Elantra (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Elantra | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
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 Weight | 1058 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |