2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Tucson | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |
