2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 474 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
