2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Tucson and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 607 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tucson | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 249 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |