2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
| Model | Wrangler | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
