2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Terracan and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |