2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
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 Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 697 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (221 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Terracan | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |