2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 907 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Terracan | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 | 161 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |