2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 6 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tucson | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
