2003 GMC Sonoma vs. 2002 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2003 GMC Sonoma is newer by 1 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 2,476 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 2003 GMC Sonoma.
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 Hyundai Terracan (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sonoma | 2002 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Sonoma | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
