2009 Hyundai i20 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
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2009 Hyundai i20 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | i20 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2712 mm |