2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
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 i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20. 2009 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Golf | i20 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1346 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
