2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 431 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
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 (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tucson | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |