2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 41 kg more than 1999 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (297 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
