2010 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. Both 2010 Hyundai Tucson and 2011 Hyundai Tucson are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 58 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Tucson | Tucson |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1453 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1656 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |