2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Subaru Outback.
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 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback. 2006 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Terracan | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
