2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Nissan Almera

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Terracan and 2005 Nissan Almera 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 Hyundai Terracan (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.

Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera. 2005 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Almera 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 Nissan Almera
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Terracan Almera
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 1769 cc
Horse Power 200 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 161 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1760 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L


 

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