2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2002 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Terracan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Terracan. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2002 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | Q7 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
