2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 669 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ducato | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
