2011 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 642 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 2011 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen CC 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.
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2011 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | CC |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |