1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 196 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marcia | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
