2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1218 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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 (346 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (280 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
