2003 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 181 kg more than 2012 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2003 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Liberty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Terracan. 2012 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Terracan | Liberty |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 235 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2695 mm |