2011 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 213 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. 2011 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tucson | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1404 mm |
