2000 Ford Equator vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 242 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Equator | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2640 mm |
