2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 717 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.

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2008 Hyundai Tucson 2010 Smart ForTwo
Make Hyundai Smart
Model Tucson ForTwo
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1999 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1537 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 2695 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1542 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 1867 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 33 L