2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
