2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai i30 and 2009 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 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 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
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2009 Hyundai i30 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | i30 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |