2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i10 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | i10 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1258 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |