2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tipper and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 58 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 2006 Hyundai Tipper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Hyundai Tipper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tipper | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2607 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |