2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 139 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Tucson | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 56 L |
