2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 2400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
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2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tucson | Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |