2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 501 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.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |