2008 Honda Element 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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Element. 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 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | Tucson |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |