2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Tucson | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
