2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Terracan and 2006 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 742 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Terracan | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
