2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 437 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.
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 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tucson | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1811 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 71 L |
