2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 377 kg more than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Terracan | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
