2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 146 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tucson | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |
