2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Tucson | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
