2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai i30 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai i30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai i30 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | i30 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |