2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Tucson | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |