2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Tucson and 2008 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 451 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Prius. 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 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Prius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
