2001 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 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 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Terracan | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
