2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 952 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2001 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corolla | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
