2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
