2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom

To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Tucson and 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 878 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Tucson 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Make Hyundai Rolls-Royce
Model Tucson Phantom
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 6747 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 454 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5350 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 720 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 169 km/hour 240 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.3 seconds 5.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1617 kg 2495 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 5840 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 15.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 100 L


 

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