2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
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2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tucson | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 316 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |