2009 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit 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 (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. 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 Honda Fit. 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 (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2012 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Fit | Terracan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |