2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 166 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Tucson | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
