2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. 1999 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Tucson will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Tucson | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1976 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
