2005 Honda Element vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 Honda Element.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element. 2005 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Element | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Element | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
