2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Coupe and 2005 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Coupe 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Coupe Sharan
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Top Speed 208 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 12.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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