2003 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Fit | Terracan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |