2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 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 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (328 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Impala | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
