2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 194 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2006 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Tucson | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 241 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |