2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 643 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Tucson |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |