2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 558 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. 2003 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tiburon | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
