2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Tucson | Frontier |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1976 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |