2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Tucson | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |