2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1997 Suzuki C2
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki C2 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki C2 (251 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki C2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1997 Suzuki C2.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Suzuki C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki C2. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1997 Suzuki C2 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Terracan | C2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
