2004 Acura TL vs. 2004 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2004 Acura TL and 2004 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 584 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2004 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | TL | Terracan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2162 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |