2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Sonata and 2008 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 509 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Sonata | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
