2009 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Coupe (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 396 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Coupe.

Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Coupe 2005 Nissan Terrano
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Coupe Terrano
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 2988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 17.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 220 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 13.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1434 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 72 L


 

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