2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 405 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Terracan | Falcon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | LPG |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |