2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 292 kg more than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2002 Nissan Terrano II
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Terracan Terrano II
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 96.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 80 L


 

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