2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Durango | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
