2012 Hyundai Tucson GL vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL and 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited weights approximately 81 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL. 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL. 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Tucson GL | 2012 Hyundai Tucson Limited | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Tucson | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1505 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 Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
