2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 960 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 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. 2013 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Hyundai | GMC |
Model | Tucson | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 2497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1927 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |