2009 Hyundai H1 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 H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai H1 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | H1 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
