2007 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 657 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Touran | Terracan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |