2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,389 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 532 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.

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 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Terracan Land Cruiser
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 3389 cc
Horse Power 161 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 431 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1630 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 48 L


 

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