2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
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 Ford Freestyle (271 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Freestyle | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
