2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Land Rover Defender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
Model | Terracan | Defender |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 19.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |