2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 5 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Tucson | JX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2901 mm |
