2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tucson and 2006 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 336 kg more than 2006 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Tucson | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 241 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |