2010 Hyundai ix35 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai ix35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai ix35 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai ix35 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | ix35 | Cube |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
