2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Tucson and 2008 Mazda DrifterX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 137 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. 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 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tucson | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
