2009 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 376 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Grandeur | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grandeur | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
