2006 Honda Element vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 685 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | Tucson |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |