2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
