2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 219 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Picanto. 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tucson | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
