2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 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 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Explorer | Tucson |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4007 cc | 2648 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |