2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 653 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Jazz. 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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Jazz | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
