2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Terracan and 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Terracan | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85 mm |
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 | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |