2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 708 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2008 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
