2009 Acura RL vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | RL | Terracan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |