2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (246 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Tucson | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
