2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 287 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Terracan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |