2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Explorer | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
