2012 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 296 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai Tucson | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tucson | Tundra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1656 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 3270 mm |