2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2009 Honda HR-V 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. 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 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | HR-V | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
