2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 412 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
