2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1182 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 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 Toyota Vitz. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2005 Toyota Vitz
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Terracan Vitz
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 83.9 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 42 L


 

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