2001 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 643 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Terracan | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Terracan | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |