2003 Honda Inspire vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 166 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. 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 2003 Honda Inspire. 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Inspire | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Inspire | Tucson |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |