2002 Honda Inspire vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Inspire (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.

Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Inspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 Honda Inspire (401 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. 2007 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Inspire has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Inspire 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:

2002 Honda Inspire 2007 Hyundai Tucson
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Inspire Tucson
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 2648 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 252 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 241 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 65 L


 

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