2010 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 376 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.

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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Hyundai Accent 2007 Volkswagen Touran
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Accent Touran
Year Released 2010 2007
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1600 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4850 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 6-speed automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1102 kg 1478 kg
Vehicle Length 4115 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1699 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 60 L


 

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