2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V. 2007 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2001 Honda HR-V 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:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | HR-V | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2648 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
