2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Terracan and 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 498 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Terracan 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Terracan Corolla
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 1786 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 170 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1158 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 50 L


 

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