Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
Suv · Gasoline
vs
Ford Equator XLT
Suv · Gasoline
Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
Car A
Hyundai Tucson Ultimate
A five-seat family compact that leans on reliability and safety, the Tucson Ultimate pairs 265 hp gasoline power with efficiency of 8.6 L/100 km. It offers good value at $34,400, but cargo space is tight.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety265 hp
Ford Equator XLT
Car B
Ford Equator XLT
The Ford Equator XLT mixes strong V6 performance with useful space at a price that reads as good value in its segment. It suits growing families who want practical cargo room and respectable efficiency for its class.
5 seatsSuvGasoline8.2 L/100km
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 63 / 44
City 45 / 28
Budget / value 61 / 45
Road trip 47 / 17
Performance 34 / 31
Cargo 16 / 36
Practical 45 / 40
Premium 27 / 9
Winter 36 / 10

Scores out of 100. Blue = Hyundai Tucson Ultimate · Orange = Ford Equator XLT

Specs side-by-side

Spec Hyundai Tucson Ultimate Ford Equator XLT
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Pros & cons

Hyundai Tucson Ultimate

  • Reliability-led pick for everyday family use
  • Safety is a clear priority
  • 265 hp and 350 Nm help on highways and road trips
  • Good value in its segment at $34,400

Ford Equator XLT

  • Strong V6 output (250 hp, 400 Nm) for confident daily driving
  • 500 L trunk and 5 seats work well for growing families
  • Efficient for its class with 8.2 combined consumption
  • Price around 35,000 offers good value in its segment

Verdict

Pick Hyundai Tucson Ultimate if…
Lower entry price
Hyundai Tucson Ultimate starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Ford Equator XLT if…
Performance & capability
Ford Equator XLT is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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