2001 Toyota MR2 vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2001 Toyota MR2 and 2001 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 8 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2. 2001 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota MR2 | 2001 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | MR2 | Terracan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 333 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |