2009 SsangYong Stavic vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Stavic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Stavic would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 915 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. 2009 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Stavic | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | SsangYong | Hyundai |
| Model | Stavic | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
