2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 397 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Endeavor | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
