2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 196 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Xedos |
| Model | Tucson | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
