2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Veracruz | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
