2009 Hyundai H1 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 H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai H1 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | H1 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
