2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Tucson | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
