2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
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 Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege 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 61 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 377 kg more than 2000 Mazda Protege. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Protege. 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) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Terracan | Protege |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
