2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. 2008 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford F-150 | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | F-150 | Terracan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 75 L |