2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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2009 Hyundai i30 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | i30 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1371 kg | 1189 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |