2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 491 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Xterra 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
