2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Terracan | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
