1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Marcia 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 2 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 311 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Marcia | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2648 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
