2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tucson and 2005 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 863 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 2005 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Hyundai | Smart |
Model | Tucson | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 22 L |