2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 622 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Hyundai Mitsubishi
Model Terracan Lancer
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 168 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13 seconds 5.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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