2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 252 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Sienna | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2639 mm |