2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tucson and 2006 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 855 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. 2006 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tucson | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 34 L |
