2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 572 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Terracan | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |