2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1996 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Steyr G-series weights approximately 308 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, 1996 Steyr G-series (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 1996 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Hyundai | Steyr |
| Model | Tucson | G-series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
