2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 71 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tipper | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
