2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 216 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.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Boxster. 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 (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Terracan | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |