2005 Honda Z vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 725 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Z | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
