2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
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2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tucson | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |