2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy

To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Terracan and 2008 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy.

Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Premacy. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Terracan 2008 Mazda Premacy
Make Hyundai Mazda
Model Terracan Premacy
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1990 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 129 HP
Torque 339 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.3:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 166 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.9 seconds 10.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2155 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 58 L


 

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