2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
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 Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 745 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Pod. 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 Pod (430 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod 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 Pod | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Pod |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
