2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 882 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Hyundai Mazda
Model Terracan Familia
Year Released 2006 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 78.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 78.4 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L


 

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