2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tucson and 2005 Saturn LW were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW. 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 2005 Saturn LW. 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 (245 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
| Model | Tucson | LW |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
