2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 862 kg more than 2005 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jensen SV-8. 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, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Terracan | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
