2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 955 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. 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 (346 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Terracan | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
