2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1236 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. 2008 Jeep Commander 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. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Terracan | Commander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |