2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 291 kg more than 2011 Toyota Camry.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry. 2007 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
