2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 377 kg more than 2001 Mazda Tribute. 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) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Terracan | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
