2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rondo. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tucson | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
