2011 Lexus CT vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lexus CT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lexus CT would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 735 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus CT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus CT | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Lexus | Hyundai |
| Model | CT | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4321 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
