2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 825 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. 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 2011 Fiat Panda. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
| Model | Tucson | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
