2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Tucson | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
