2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 326 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Tundra. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Terracan 2011 Toyota Tundra
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Terracan Tundra
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 234 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1330 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 50 L


 

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