2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Toyota Stallion
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Tucson and 2008 Toyota Stallion were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Stallion weights approximately 521 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2008 Toyota Stallion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Stallion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Stallion. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Stallion. 2008 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Stallion has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Stallion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Toyota Stallion | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Stallion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1812 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
