2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 46 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 905 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |