2004 Acura TL vs. 2003 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 1 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 452 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2003 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2003 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | TL | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
