2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 29 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Tucson | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
