2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2003 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 740 kg more than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2003 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tucson | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
