2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro

To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.

Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Tucson 2009 Opel Vivaro
Make Hyundai Opel
Model Tucson Vivaro
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.4 seconds 16.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1374 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 90 L