2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 Toyota Celica.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1994 Toyota Celica (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
