2010 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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 10 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 239 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
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2010 Hyundai Terracan | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Golf |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |