2010 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 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 90 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 552 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Tucson | Quest |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 2063 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |