2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost

To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 802 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.

Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Tucson 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost
Make Hyundai Rolls-Royce
Model Tucson Ghost
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 6600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 563 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 779 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1668 kg 2470 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1948 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1549 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3294 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 83 L


 

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