2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Silvia. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Terracan | Silvia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |