2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 936 kg more than 2005 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiburon | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1371 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |