2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. 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 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
