2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Terracan and 2006 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 367 kg more than 2006 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Terracan | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |