2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (162 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 366 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Terracan | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
