2008 Honda Jazz 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 Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Jazz 2009 Hyundai Tucson
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Jazz Tucson
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1339 cc 2648 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 82 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 119 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 97 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 989 kg 1119 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 65 L


 

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