2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Prizm 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 37 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1072 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. 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 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terracan | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
