2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 706 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Phaeton (500 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tucson | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
