2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Tucson (181 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
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2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Hyundai | Smart |
Model | Tucson | ForFour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 100 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |