2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tucson and 2006 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 336 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Optima. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Tucson | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |