2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1994 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Samurai.
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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 1994 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Terracan | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
