2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | F-150 | Tucson |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 58 L |