1999 Honda Today vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1999 Honda Today.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2008 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Today | Tucson |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |