2002 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 694 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford F-250 2005 Hyundai Terracan
Make Ford Hyundai
Model F-250 Terracan
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5407 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 256 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 474 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2350 kg 1656 kg
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2760 mm


 

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