2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 684 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Terracan | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
