2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Tucson and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 842 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.
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 GL (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Tucson will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tucson | GL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |