2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 715 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. 2006 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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.
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2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93 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 | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |