2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 755 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Titan (522 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | Titan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 2284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
