2004 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 463 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tucson | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
