2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2002 Lexus RX
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus RX would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus RX weights approximately 677 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2002 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Tucson | RX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2648 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
