2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avalon (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
