2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 327 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2002 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Tucson | Pickup |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2648 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |