2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiburon | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |