2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
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2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Tucson | Eos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |