2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 599 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Terracan.
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2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |