2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 362 kg more than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Terracan | Vanden Plas |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
