2010 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 332 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Grandeur | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Grandeur | Tucson |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |