2010 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 605 kg more than 2010 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz, 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz 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. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Hilux | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
