2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 106 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Hilux | Tucson |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |