2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 6 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 222 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiburon | Eos |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |