Nissan X-Trail 2016 vs Hyundai Tucson 2015
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 177 HP | 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 380 NM | 373 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds | |
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Nissan X-Trail is more dynamic to drive. Nissan X-Trail engine produces 41 HP more power than Hyundai Tucson, whereas torque is 7 NM more than Hyundai Tucson. Thanks to more power Nissan X-Trail reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 4.8 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 62 litres | |
| 830 km with real consumption | 910 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
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Nissan X-Trail has 4x4: It has selectable four-wheel drive with Auto, 2WD and Lock modes. In Auto mode, it has front-wheel drive under normal conditions, the rear axle engages when the front wheels start to slip, and power is distributed variably up to 50:50 front to rear. In 2WD mode, the transfer clutch is permanently unlocked, but the electronic control unit can engage the rear wheels occasionally, for example during hard acceleration. In Lock mode, the transfer clutch is permanently locked, providing a constant 50:50 power distribution. When vehicle speed increases above 30 km/h (20 mph), it switches to Auto mode, but when speed decreases, it switches back to Lock mode. The system also switches to 2WD mode in the event of overheating. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 210 mm (8.3 inches) | 172 mm (6.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Nissan X-Trail can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 14 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Opel Vivaro | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Hyundai Santa FE, Kia Sportage, Kia Sorento, Hyundai ix35 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Nissan X-Trail might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Nissan X-Trail 2016 2.0 engine: The engine has a good power to fuel consumption ratio and, with careful maintenance, a long service life. The most common problems with these engines are with the fuel injection system and lubrication. Hyundai Tucson 2015 2.0 engine: The diesel engine is highly reliable when properly maintained, offering an excellent balance of power and fuel efficiency. However, it has several important characteristics and issues that should be ... More about Hyundai Tucson 2015 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.64 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.72 m | 1.65 m | |
| Nissan X-Trail is 17 cm longer than the Hyundai Tucson, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Nissan X-Trail is 7 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 135 litres | 513 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1877 litres | 1503 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Nissan X-Trail has 378 litres less trunk space than the Hyundai Tucson. This could mean that the Nissan X-Trail uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Nissan X-Trail (by 374 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Nissan X-Trail is 0.6 metres more than that of the Hyundai Tucson, which means Nissan X-Trail can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`350 | 2`235 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | below average | |
| Hyundai Tucson has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Nissan X-Trail, so Hyundai Tucson quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 11 800 | 14 800 | |
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