2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1229 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Elise 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.
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2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | Terracan | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 44 L |