2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Tucson | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 93 L |
