2012 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai Tucson and 2012 Hyundai Veloster 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 278 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. 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 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. 2012 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Veloster has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Veloster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Hyundai Veloster | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Tucson | Veloster |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 4219 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |