2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 432 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 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Tucson | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 436 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16:01 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |