2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 518 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Terracan | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |