2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2001 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera. 2009 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Azera | 2001 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Azera | Terracan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |