2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,506 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 432 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
