2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 762 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Hyundai Subaru
Model Terracan Legacy
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2455 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 163 HP
Torque 346 Nm 226 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 79 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1400 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 64 L


 

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