2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 93 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Elantra | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
