2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Solara 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 32 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 782 kg more than 2001 Toyota Solara. 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 2001 Toyota Solara. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Terracan | Solara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |