2001 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 161 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 2002 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Hyundai Terracan | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Terracan | Explorer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |