2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. 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 2012 Honda CR-V. 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 (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Tucson | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
