2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 82 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. 2008 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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.
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2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | Tucson | Colorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 186 HP |
Torque | 249 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |