2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 27 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Honda CR-V (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CR-V | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
