2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 341 kg more than 2012 Ford Taurus.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Taurus. 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 (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Terracan | Taurus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2900 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |