2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2010 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Yaris | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
