2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Terracan and 2005 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus SC. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC. 2005 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2005 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 2005 Lexus SC 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 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Terracan | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1475 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
