2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1071 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Odyssey | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Odyssey | Tucson |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2646 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |