2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (382 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Entourage 2005 Toyota Tundra
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Entourage Tundra
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 253 Nm 382 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1920 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.9 L/100km 14.7 L/100km


 

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