2002 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 506 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Terracan. 2012 Subaru Forester 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. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Terracan | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2616 mm |
