2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (221 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
