2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tucson and 2005 Subaru Baja 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja. 2005 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Tucson | Baja |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |