2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fusion 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 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fusion. 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 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion. 2008 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Fusion 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:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fusion | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2648 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
