1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 283 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Explorer | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
