2001 Honda City 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 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 434 kg more than 2001 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda City. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | City | Tucson |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |