2008 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 329 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | CR-V | Tucson |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |