2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 6 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 352 kg more than 2010 Alpina B5.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alpina B5. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alpina |
| Model | Terracan | B5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
