2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 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.
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2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Tucson | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1976 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |