2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 213 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Tucson | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |