2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 13 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.

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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. 2005 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Terracan 2001 Toyota Tundra
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Terracan Tundra
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 3398 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1720 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3270 mm


 

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