2003 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Terracan and 2003 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2003 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Terracan | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Terracan | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
