2006 Hummer H1 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 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 2006 Hummer H1 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 Hummer H1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hummer H1 2009 Hyundai Tucson
Make Hummer Hyundai
Model H1 Tucson
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6604 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 138 HP
Torque 705 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103.1 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 17.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2904 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 2200 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 195 L 58 L


 

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