2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
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 Touran (220 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiburon | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |