2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 144 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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiburon | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |