2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 312 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 Toyota Avalon. 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 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
