2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. 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, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Terracan | 2010 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Terracan | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
