2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 134 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 2003 Toyota Crown. 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 71 L |
