2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 970 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |