2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2010 Fiat Panda

To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda 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 2010 Fiat Panda
Make Hyundai Fiat
Model Terracan Panda
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.3:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 154 km/hour 150 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15 seconds 18 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2155 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 35 L


 

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