2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 189 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Tucson | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
