2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Terracan | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |