2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 426 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
