2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 582 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Terracan 2008 Volkswagen Touran
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Terracan Touran
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 181 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 13.5 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 1573 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.3 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L


 

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