2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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 (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tucson | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |