2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (181 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Tucson | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
