2012 Hyundai Accent vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 427 kg more than 2012 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai Accent | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Accent | Passat |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1968 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1102 kg | 1529 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4115 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1699 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |