2003 Acura TL vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 577 kg more than 2003 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura TL | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | TL | Terracan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |