2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 18 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
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2008 Hyundai Terracan | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |