2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tucson and 2005 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Tucson | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
