2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 172 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2012 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiburon | CC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |