1999 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 411 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. 2007 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
