2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 625 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
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2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |