Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Hyundai Tucson | Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 103.9 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 170.3 in | 176.0 in | -5.7 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 71.3 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 66.7 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3548 lb. | 3682 lb. | -134 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 17.4 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.0 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 56.3 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 55.5 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.3 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 38.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 54.9 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 44.0 in | 7.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.2 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.7 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.5 ft3 | 68.9 ft3 | -3.4 ft3 |
2007 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of leg room. see full Hyundai Tucson review |
2007 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear leg room is non existant. My wife and I have an empty nest for the most part it is only the two of us. see full Hyundai Tucson review |
2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The seat is snug and offers lumbar support. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review |