2003 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Terracan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Terracan | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 405 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
