2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 663 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. 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 2008 Nissan Primera. 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 (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
