2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton

To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Tiburon and 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (239 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 627 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Hyundai Tiburon 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Tiburon Phaeton
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2655 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 239 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 315 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1368 kg 1995 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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