2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 4 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 417 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Cube. 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | Cube |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
