2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Terracan and 2006 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 817 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Boxster. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Terracan | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |