2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tucson and 2006 Pontiac Vibe were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 414 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 Pontiac Vibe. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Tucson | Vibe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 3.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |