2004 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Tucson and 2004 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 1 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
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2004 Hyundai Tucson | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tucson | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 20.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |