2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 756 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Terracan | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Terracan | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
