2001 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 358 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Elantra | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |