2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Acura |
| Model | Terracan | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
