2012 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai Terracan and 2012 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 636 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. 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 2012 Kia Carens. 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 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Terracan | Carens |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |