2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 283 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 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Tucson will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Tucson | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |