2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 717 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | Titan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 140 L |
