2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2013 Mini Cooper

To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.

Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Terracan 2013 Mini Cooper
Make Hyundai Mini
Model Terracan Cooper
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 144 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 3729 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1892 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2467 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 50 L


 

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