2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tucson | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
