2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1107 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 500 | Terracan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |