2012 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 158 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster, 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Tacoma | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Tacoma | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
