2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 553 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tucson | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
