2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 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 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 692 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 2011 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terracan | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
