2006 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 Hyundai XG 350 (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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2006 Hyundai XG 350 | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | XG 350 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |