2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 7 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 138 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Hyundai | Aston Martin |
| Model | Tucson | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
