2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Tucson and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 817 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.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tucson | CLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2648 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 474 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
