2002 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 4 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Terracan.
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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Terracan. 2009 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Terracan | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
