2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Tucson | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2646 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 959 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |