2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fiesta and 2009 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fiesta | Tucson |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |