2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
| Model | Terracan | Vue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
