2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Terracan and 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 883 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Touran. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 346 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |