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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 806 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). 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 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 161 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 168 km/hour 197 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 64 L