2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 748 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
