2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Terracan and 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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2008 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |