2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 643 kg more than 2003 Infiniti I.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti I. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2003 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2003 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2003 Infiniti I | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | Terracan | I |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |