2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Tucson and 2009 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MPV (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Mazda MPV.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda MPV. 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 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda MPV 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 | 2009 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Tucson | MPV |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |