2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Tucson | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
