2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Fifties. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Fifties would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 584 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Fifties. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Tucson | Fifties |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
