2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 925 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 2011 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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:
| 2000 Suzuki Vitara | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Suzuki | Hyundai |
| Model | Vitara | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
