2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Honda Stream

To start off, 2012 Honda Stream 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2012 Honda Stream.

Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Stream. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream. 2008 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Terracan 2012 Honda Stream
Make Hyundai Honda
Model Terracan Stream
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 1668 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 94.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 181 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2155 kg 1116 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.5 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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