2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |