2008 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2008 Ford Maverick 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 51 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 457 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
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 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick. 2008 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Maverick 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.
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2008 Ford Maverick | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Maverick | Tucson |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2648 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |