2004 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 77 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tucson | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Tucson | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
