2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 618 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |