2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 622 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Terracan | Piranha |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
