2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
