2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Passat and 2012 Hyundai i40 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Passat (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40. 2012 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i40 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Passat | i40 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |