1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiburon | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2604 mm |