2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 779 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | Tucson | Express |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |