2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 733 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 95 L |
