2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (451 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 268 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (624 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2005 Porsche Cayenne
Make Hyundai Porsche
Model Terracan Cayenne
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 4507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 451 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 624 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 168 km/hour 266 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13 seconds 5.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 2430 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 100 L


 

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