2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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 50 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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 2005 Mini Cooper. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Terracan | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
