2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2005 Ford Fiesta and 2005 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (250 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fiesta | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1529 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |