2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 196 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Camry. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tucson | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |