2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Tucson and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 463 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 G (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
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2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tucson | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 212 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 2244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 96 L |