2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2003 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 632 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2003 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tucson | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |