2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 676 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V50. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V50 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 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Terracan | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |