2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mondeo | Tucson |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |