2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Entourage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Entourage would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300. 2008 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Entourage | NP300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |