2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (210 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 527 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 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
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2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Tucson | Baja |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2648 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 241 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |