2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 306 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
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2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
Model | Tucson | Kyron |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |