2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 847 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tucson | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
