2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |