2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson

To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.

Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Ram 2008 Hyundai Tucson
Make Dodge Hyundai
Model Ram Tucson
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 0 HP
Torque 509 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1781 kg
Vehicle Length 6350 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 4080 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 58 L


 

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