2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2010 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tucson | Hilux |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |