2011 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. 2011 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Terracan | 159 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |