2002 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra

To start off, both 2002 Hyundai Terracan and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.

Because 2002 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Hyundai Terracan (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Hyundai Terracan 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Hyundai Vauxhall
Model Terracan Vectra
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2476 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 120 HP
Torque 235 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2030 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm


 

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