2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 22 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2005 SsangYong Korando
Make Hyundai SsangYong
Model Terracan Korando
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1785 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 72 L


 

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