2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
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 Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Prius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
