2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | H1 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
