2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 211 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Xedos |
| Model | Tucson | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
