2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 156 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
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2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tucson | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |