2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Impala | Tucson |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2648 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |