2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 3 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Sonata | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1782 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |