2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 21 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
