2004 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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, 2004 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
