2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1320 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 2013 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | Titan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1976 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 106 L |
