2011 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 1 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 (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen T5. 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 (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen T5 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | T5 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
