2001 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
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 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. 2006 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Terracan | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
