2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiburon | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |