2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Terracan and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 57 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Terracan | Transporter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 346 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |