2005 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | XG 350 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
