2002 Honda City vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 587 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (250 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda City | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | City | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1529 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
