2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma

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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.

Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. 2008 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Tucson Tacoma
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 2693 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.8 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3250 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 79 L


 

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