2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Astra. 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, 2001 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Terracan | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7350 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
